University of Louisiana at Lafayette

With an enrollment of more than 18,000, The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is the largest of nine institutions that make up the University of Louisiana System.

Beyond the numbers, UL Lafayette is a place of rich culture, close community, and real-world research. It leads the nation in areas such as computer science, environmental biology, and nursing. The University focuses on inclusion, serving students from all backgrounds while celebrating their diversity. Located in the heart of Acadiana, the university draws influence from the Cajun region's unique culture. The university is proud to have the only Ragin' Cajun mascot in the world. Ragin' Cajun student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I, the highest level of collegiate competition.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette at a Glance

Established in 1898

$26.2 annual economic impact on Acadiana

Among the top 10 universities in the country for percentage of research funded by business

Among the nation's top 15 percent of institutions for undergraduate education according to The Princeton Review